American Quarter Horse. History, Breeding, Basic Information.

Did you know that the ‘American Quarter Horse’ is the biggest horse race in the world with over 4.6 million registered horses? The American Quarter Horse is a mostly quiet and friendly nature, sensitive but also calm. It is easy to train and absolutely capable of learning.

American Quarter Horse: History and Breeding

The popular American Quarter Horse derives from the Quarter Mile Races, which were popular in the US South since the late 18th century, especially in Texas. Popular races were held and the muscular horses competed against each other over a distance of about 400 meters between 1850-1940. These races did not affect the proper role of the American Quarter Horse breed, namely the rearing and use on cattle farms.

Soon it was noticed, however, that in the sole rearing for horse races, the characteristic outlines were lost: the use on cattle farms. Today, the versatile thoroughbred is still bred in the US and other countries for the use on cattle farms, as well as loyal leisure horse for Western riding, hunting or for the driving sport.

Body and Appearance

The American Quarter Horse is regarded as sensitive but strong-nerved. For its balanced nature, it is the most popular horse breed. The strong-nerved race is used in the free time and as a sports horse. It can easily be trained and therefore, it is also used as a riding school horse.

Basic Information American Quarter Horse

Race

American Quarter Horse

Origin

USA

Size

145 – 160 cm

Weight

375 – 550 kg

Look

The Quarter Horse has a short wedge head, a small mouth and ears. The eyes are big with strong forehead. It has a good saddle area, strong shoulders and withers with deep tail.

Nature

The Quarter Horse is sensitive while strong nerves and balanced. A quiet, self-assured horse. Friendly and a enthusiastic horse.

Cutting, Reining, Western Pleasure, Western Riding, Working Cowhorse, Trail, Western Horsemanship, Superhorse and a excellent leisure horse.

American Quarter Horse: Colors (full list with picture)

The American Quarter Horse Association AQHA is a breeding association for American Quarter Horses in Texas and recognizes the different coat colors. Below you will find all 13 American Quarter Horse colors with image.

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Sorrel (Fox)

Has a reddish or copper-red fur. Mane and tail are usually the same color, but may be flaxen. Aalst Riche are possible.

Bay (Brown)

About us

We breed «Premium Quarter Horses» for demanding riders. The foals are trained and can give hooves, tethered Standing, run and loading. Upon request we offer a horse and train it individually. We do export the horses to Switzerland and whole Europe.

Why precisely Quarter Horses?

We like the pedigree because of the appearance and the smooth and soft movements. The Pleasure Quarter Horses have strong nerves, they are friendly and people oriented - and you have really fun!